A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Sighisoara vs. Gdansk for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Sighisoara or Gdansk?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Sighisoara and Gdansk can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Sighisoara or Gdansk?

Sighisoara

Located in the historic region of Transylvania in Romania, Sighisoara takes its roots from German craftsmen and merchants, called the Transylvanian Saxons, who were invited by the King of Hungary during the 12th century to settle and defend the area. Today it is listed as an UNESCO World Heritage Site, and stands as a preserved example of a small fortified city from the medieval era.

Gdansk

Gdansk is the capital and largest city of the Pomeranian Voivodeship in northern Poland. The port dates back a thousand years and was an influential city in the Hanseatic League during the Middle Ages. The city was essentially destroyed during World War II but has rebuilt into one of Europe's most beautiful port cities. The city now has a population of around 460,000 and is a popular tourist destination for visitors from around the globe. It is known for its impressive city center, its great museums, and its beaches that line the coast of the Gulf of Gdansk. In particular, it is a popular summer destination.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Romania, The Best Budget Tours to Romania, The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Poland.


Which place is cheaper, Gdansk or Sighisoara?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Sighisoara is $82, while the average daily cost in Gdansk is $77. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Sighisoara and Gdansk in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Sighisoara $30
    Gdansk $30
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Sighisoara $60
    Gdansk $60
Compare Hotels in Sighisoara and Gdansk

Looking for a hotel in Sighisoara or Gdansk? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.

Hotels in Sighisoara


Hotels in Gdansk


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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Sighisoara Hotel Prices and Gdansk Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Sighisoara $19
    Gdansk $9.47

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gdansk

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Gdansk:

  • Warsaw/Deluxe Private Transfer Service: $357
  • Aiport Gdansk Transfer to Malbork Castle or Stutthof : $298
  • Private transfer from Gdansk to Warsaw with 2h of Sightseeing: $293
  • Private Transfer from Gdansk (GDN) Airport to Grudziadz city: $287
  • Private Transfer from Gdansk (GDN) Airport to Łeba city: $282
  • Transfer from Gdansk or Airport Gdansk to Slupsk: $281
  • Taxi Transfer from Gdańsk airport to Bydgoszcz: $263
  • Taxi Transfer from Gdańsk airport to Olsztyn: $263
  • Transfer from Gdańsk airport to Toruń: $239
  • Private Transfer from Gdansk or Airport Gdansk GDN to Kwidzyn: $221
  • Private Transfer from Gdansk (GDN) Airport to Lębork city: $209
  • Private Transfer from Gdansk (GDN) Airport to Elbląg city: $209

Is it cheaper to fly into Sighisoara or Gdansk?

Prices for flights to both Gdansk and Sighisoara change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.





Food
  • Food Meals for one day
    Sighisoara $40
    Gdansk $39

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Gdansk

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Gdansk.

  • Delicious Gdańsk Food Tour in Poland: $100
  • Deluxe Polish Food Tour Experience in Gdansk: $118
  • Foodpairing dinner in one of the best restaurants in Gdansk: $160
  • Sopot: Private Traditional Polish Food Tour: $193

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Sighisoara $8.51
    Gdansk $9.03

Tours and Activities in Sighisoara

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Sighisoara.

  • Sighisoara Fortress Quest: Exploration Game and Tour: $5.94
  • Sighișoara Vlad Dracula Medieval Self Guided Audio Walking Tour: $10
  • Sighisoara walking tour or the real house of Dracula -Outdoor experience: $39
  • Sighisoara candlelight tour at Dracula's birth town -Outdoor experience: $42
  • City Tour Sighisoara Legends & Landmarks A Walk Through Time: $46
  • Saxon Secrets: The Malancrav & Biertan Experience: $101
  • Sighisoara Citadel super - private walking tour: $106

Tours and Activities in Gdansk

Here are a few actual costs in Gdansk for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • 1 hour Gdansk Amber Workshop Tour : $239
  • 6 Hours Teutonic Castle Tour in Malbork : $250
  • Beer Tour. Tasting and Tales in Gdansk: $79
  • Boat Tour in Gdańsk – Explore the Historic Motława River: $35
  • Cruises on the Motlawa River by a luxury catamaran - Gdańsk from the water side: $19
  • Culinary cruises - pierogi tasting Shipyard and Port: $32
  • Delicious Gdansk Craft Beer Tour: $88
  • Deluxe Polish Vodka Tour Experience in Gdansk: $127
  • Discover Gdansk Walking Tour: $5.97
  • Electric Scooter Gdańsk: Shipyard Tour - 1,5-Hour of Magic!: $71
  • Extraordinary day tour to Kaszuby region with Poland By Locals: $281
  • From Gdansk Malbork Castle Guided Tour with Hotel Pick Up: $108

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Sighisoara $6.94
    Gdansk $5.26

Sample the Local Flavors in Gdansk

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Gdansk:

  • Gdansk Pub Crawl with Free Drinks: $26
  • Polish Spirits tasting in Gdańsk Craft Distillery tawern: $37
  • #1 Pub Crawl in Sopot: $44
  • Exclusive Gdańsk Wine Tour with Polish Wine Tastings: $96


When comparing the travel costs between Sighisoara and Gdansk, we can see that Sighisoara is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Sighisoara Expensive? and Is Gdansk Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Sighisoara or Gdansk?

Gdansk has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Sighisoara. When comparing the sizes of Sighisoara and Gdansk, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.